IP65 pendant lights

Choose a waterproof model whenever the mounting point gets rain or splashes: under an awning, along a pergola, near a water feature or in a damp room. This selection of IP65 pendant lights brings together outdoor fixtures with integrated LED, in plastic combined with wood or rope, in grey and beige finishes.

What is the difference between IP44 and IP65?

IP44 protects against solid objects larger than one millimetre and against water splashes from all directions. IP65 is fully dust-tight and withstands water jets. Outdoors, under an awning or near a pool, IP65 is the protection rating that best covers these exposures.

IP65 pendant light in the bathroom: what the rating allows

An IP65 fixture withstands water jets, which opens up the bathroom and damp rooms, provided it is kept away from areas directly sprayed by the shower or bathtub. The grey and beige tones of the grey pendant lights match pale tiles and wooden furniture.

IP44 pendant lights: are they enough outdoors?

IP44 holds up in a covered passage or under a deep awning, where the fixture receives splashes but never a direct jet. As soon as rain beats on the fixture or a jet wash is planned, IP65 and then IP66 are the ratings to aim for.

Where to install an IP65 pendant light?

These pendant lights are installed where rain and splashes reach the fixture: under an awning, along a pergola, near a terrace or a water feature. Nido and Diva are IP65 outdoor pendant lights, in plastic combined with wood or rope, in grey and beige finishes.

Awning, pergola, terrace: the positions that hold up

In the evening, the light comes down from above and casts a halo on the table without lighting up the whole facade. The Nido outdoor pendant light in plastic and wood suits this role under a pergola structure. The Diva ball pendant light with cord plays the same part near a terrace or a poolside.

IP65 pendant light in the bathroom: which spot?

In a damp room, the fixture goes above a cabinet or a water point that is not heavily sprayed, never inside the shower volume. For bright, tiled settings, white glass pendant lights complement this type of room well.

Which IP65 pendant light should you choose by material and shape?

Plastic provides water resistance and lightness, while wood or rope gives the look. Nido pairs plastic and wood in an original shape measuring 17 x 30 cm; Diva pairs plastic and rope in a 24 cm ball shape. Both models run on LED with an LED socket, IP65 rating, in grey and beige finishes. The collection has 9 products in total.

Original shape or ball shape: what effect?

An original shape catches the eye and becomes a landmark in the garden, useful when the structure is visible from afar. A ball shape stays more discreet and suits regular architecture, straight pergolas and contemporary facades.

Plastic, wood or rope: what does the material change?

Wood brings a visual warmth that ages with the facade, as on wood pendant lights. Rope adds volume and a more graphic texture, close to designer LED pendant lights. For a more understated, cooler look, Nordic-inspired models remain an option.

Which size for which space: how do you read the dimensions?

The dimensions given describe the space taken up above the area to be lit. Nido, at 17 x 30 cm, fits into an elongated volume; Diva, at 24 cm, stays more compact. Measure the available clearance before mounting.

Compact pendant light or elongated format?

A narrow passage or a low awning calls for a compact volume, which does not hit heads and does not block the view. An elongated format covers a wider table and marks the vertical more strongly. The same logic applies to black metal models as well as white metal pendant lights.

What to measure before mounting

Note three measurements: the width of the area to be lit, the height of the fixing point and the distance to the nearest wall. Once these are taken, compare the pendant light's specification sheet with the actual space. To place the formats within the whole catalogue, browse all our light fixtures.

How do you install an IP65 pendant light outdoors?

Outdoors, the fixture is fixed into a solid support: beam, slab or pergola structure. The power point stays sheltered from rising water and the connection is made by a professional. Once installed, the fixture must not move in the wind.

Fixing to a beam, slab or pergola

On an exposed frame, the fixing goes into the wood or the metal crossbeam. Where drilling is not possible, you rely on a hook or rail already in place, whose strength depends on the weight of the fixture. On a metal frame, industrial-style models suit the support.

Protecting the connection point from rain

The junction box is placed under cover, beneath the awning or high up on the beam. Without an electrical supply in the ceiling, power comes from an existing socket or point, with a suitable cable, always by an electrician. The selection is guaranteed for 2 years, which covers normal outdoor use.

How do you shorten the length of a pendant light?

You adjust the cable or rope linking the fixture to the fixing point: raise the hook or coil the excess without cutting it, then level it out so the pendant light hangs straight. Cutting a cable is never advisable.

Setting the height before fixing

Set the height at floor level, fixture in hand, before final installation. Under an awning, you look for the height that lets people pass freely and lights the table; the exact value depends on the depth of the room and the sightline.

Why not cut the cable

A cable shortened with scissors can leave a conductor bare, break the seal of the entry point and void the warranty. The adjustable hook and coiling are enough in the vast majority of cases. To vary the intensity over the evening, look instead at dimmable pendant lights.

What are the 3 types of lighting to combine outdoors?

Three families combine: general lighting, which lights a whole area, ambient lighting, which sets the tone, and functional lighting, aimed at a precise point such as a step or a table. An IP65 pendant light often takes the ambient role under a pergola.

Pendant light alone or combined with other points?

A single pendant light creates a pool of light and leaves the rest of the garden dark, which is enough for a dinner. To move around without shadowy areas, add a low-level point or a wall light, and keep the pendant light as the main source. Modern LED pendant lights and gold and black pendant lights give two very different directions in mood.

Which light for a dinner on the terrace?

A downward, soft light without direct glare lights faces and the table without overpowering the surroundings. Avoid the very cold white source, which hardens the mood, and prefer a warmer light for the meal. For other uses in the home, see also kitchen pendant lights and our lighting universe.

How do you maintain an outdoor LED pendant light?

An IP65 fixture is cleaned with clear water and a soft cloth, without abrasive products. Each season, check the cleanliness of the LED surface, the condition of the fixings and the stability of the fixture. The selection is guaranteed for 2 years, which covers normal outdoor use.

Cleaning a wood or rope pendant light

Wood and rope are dusted with a soft brush, then left to dry in the open air without immersion. Avoid harsh products, which dull the colour. Designer glass pendant lights need less care, a damp cloth is enough on the glass.

Checks before winter

Before the wet months, tighten the fixing points, check that the fixture does not sway and remove any leaves or cobwebs caught above the diffuser. Secure payment, tracked delivery and returns are handled by Designix customer service: compare the formats, choose your colour, then confirm the installation with an electrician.

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